Our Wine
La Volpe Rossa is our Nebbiolo, grown on the hills of Masserano in Alto Piemonte. The first wine from our restored vineyard, it marks the beginning of a new chapter for Vigne di Sossi.
Grape Variety
Nebbiolo
Appellation
Coste della Sesia DOC
First DOC Vintage
2025
The Wine in the Glass
Each vintage of La Volpe Rossa reflects the conditions of its growing season.
Typical aromas and characteristics are:
fresh red cherry and wild berry fruit
floral aromas
bright acidity
fine Nebbiolo tannins
ability to age well
Our aim is to make a Nebbiolo that is elegant rather than powerful, with freshness, balance and the capacity to develop with age.
Why "La Volpe Rossa"?
La Volpe Rossa means “The Red Fox”. The name and label were created by Alessandra, who also designed the visual identity of Vigne di Sossi.
Her inspiration came from one of Aesop's best-known fables, The Fox and the Grapes. A hungry fox repeatedly tries to reach a bunch of ripe grapes hanging high on the vine. When every attempt fails, the fox walks away telling himself they were probably sour anyway.
We liked the story because, unlike Aesop's fox, we eventually reached the grapes. After years of clearing woodland, planting vines and caring for them, they finally became our first wine.
And then there is Jack, our rescue dog. With his bright red coat, bushy tail and boundless enthusiasm, he has become the unofficial mascot of Vigne di Sossi.
HOW WE MAKE OUR WINE
From Grape to Bottle
1. Harvest
We harvest our grapes by hand when they have reached the right balance of ripeness and acidity.
2. Fermentation
We gently destem and crush the grapes before fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Once fermentation is complete, we press the grapes and transfer the wine to oak barrels.
3. Maturation
The wine matures in oak barrels for between six and eighteen months, developing complexity while retaining its freshness.
NEBBIOLO FROM MASSERANO
Around The Table
Enjoying La Volpe Rossa
Ideal Serving
We recommend serving at around 16–18°C. Younger vintages may benefit from being opened or decanted about an hour before serving.
Food Pairings
La Volpe Rossa pairs well with roasted meats, game, mushroom dishes, risotto and mature cheeses.
Our Favourite Pairing
Good friends, a plate of salami and a kitchen table.